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Jackson Forthing - Launceston
Launceston, Tasmania 7250
Profile updated 30 September 2026
The short version
Jackson Forthing - Launceston sells new Forthing SUVs from the Jackson site on the corner of Lower Charles and William Streets in Launceston. Forthing's range here is electric-focused, with the Forthing Electric and the Range Extender Hybrid plug-in hybrid, listed in stock as the Taikon 5.
Best forNorthern Tasmanian buyers curious about a new-to-Australia electric or plug-in hybrid SUV who want to see one in person in Launceston, with Ford, Isuzu UTE and other brands sold from the same corner site.
About the dealership
Jackson Forthing - Launceston operates from the corner of Lower Charles and William Streets, the same Launceston address the Jackson Motor Company group site lists for Jackson Ford and Jackson Isuzu UTE. Forthing's website presents two SUV versions: the Electric, with up to 427km WLTP range and vehicle-to-load, and the Range Extender Hybrid, which runs on battery for up to 170km before a petrol engine extends total range to up to 937km. Each comes in Luxury and Exclusive grades. At the time of research Launceston stock was new Taikon 5 vehicles priced on enquiry. Finance, trade-ins, test drives and servicing are available.
Why a buyer might visit
- New Forthing Electric and Range Extender Hybrid SUVs
- Luxury and Exclusive grades with specification sheets online
- Online test drive booking and quote requests
- Finance applications through the website
- Free, no-obligation trade-in appraisal
- Service department at the same Launceston site, servicing Forthing and other makes
Who may want to visit
- Families
- EV Buyers
- Trade-in Customers
Worth knowing before you go
Sales is open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday 9:00am to 4:00pm, closed Sunday. Service runs Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm. Launceston stock was new vehicles priced on enquiry at the time of research, and the stock search also shows Derwent Park and group cars, so check the listed location and call (03) 6323 7000 for pricing.
Services and support
FinanceAvailable; online finance application
Trade-insAvailable; free, no-obligation appraisal with online estimates for many vehicles
Car buyingAvailable; they buy cars, vans and utes
Test drive bookingAvailable online
On-site servicingAvailable; Forthing servicing plus other makes, tyres, brakes, batteries and air conditioning
Genuine parts and accessoriesAvailable
Service availability is recorded from the dealership's own published information and may change. Confirm finance terms, warranty coverage and servicing directly before purchase.
Questions buyers ask
Where is Jackson Forthing - Launceston?
It is on the corner of Lower Charles and William Streets, Launceston TAS 7250. Phone (03) 6323 7000.
What Forthing models can I buy in Launceston?
The Forthing Electric and the Range Extender Hybrid, both SUVs listed in stock as the Taikon 5, in Luxury and Exclusive grades.
Is the Forthing Range Extender Hybrid a plug-in?
Yes. The website describes it as a plug-in hybrid that runs on battery for up to 170km (WLTP) before the petrol engine takes over, for up to 937km combined range.
Does Jackson Forthing offer finance and trade-ins?
Yes. You can apply for finance online, and the team offers a free, no-obligation trade-in appraisal.
Can I get my car serviced at Jackson Forthing - Launceston?
Yes. Service is open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm and covers Forthing and other makes.
Does CDR list its vehicles?
No. CDR does not host vehicle listings; current stock is on the dealership's own website.
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